Origin

Not much is known about the Falmer, besides that they are a feral elven race whose culture once rivaled that of the High elves. The Falmer were driven underground during a war with the Nords of Skyrim.

It's learned in the Thieves' Guild Quests that the Falmer were once a superior race of Snow Elves. They were then enslaved by the Dwemers. Centuries of enslavement turned them into the feral beasts you see now.

The Falmer now inhabit caves and grottos throughout Skyrim and care for nothing but their own race's survival. Falmer arm themselves with unique bows and daggers that can be looted from their corpses, making convenient loot and upgrading your weapons as you head deeper into their territory. Falmer don't carry much in the form of loot, but offer fierce fighting as they are very fast and very powerful.

Variations

The Falmer come in many styles, each has it's own fighting form. You can find some with swords, bows and arrows, or even mages!

Falmer Skulker

Falmer Gloomlurker

Falmer Nightprowler

Falmer Shadowmaster

Fighting Tips

Do not take Falmer lightly. When facing a Falmer, treat it as any other smart, city dwelling warrior. You may need to alter your fighting style, depending on the Falmer variation you're facing.